Coed Plas-y-nant

Wood, Forest in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Coed Plas-y-nant

Snowdon Ranger Path/Welsh Highland Railway Line Near to the end of the Snowdon Ranger path, which takes you to the summit of Snowdon, the highest mountain in Wales. Here the path crosses the restored Welsh Highland Railway line, with Llyn Cwellyn in the distance. — Snowdon Ranger Path/Welsh Highland Railway Line Credit: Andrew Woodvine

Coed Plas-y-nant is a picturesque woodland located in Caernarfonshire, Wales. Situated near the village of Betws Garmon, this enchanting forest spans approximately 1,500 acres, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The woodland is characterized by its diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, and conifers, which create a lush and vibrant ecosystem. The forest is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, with notable species such as red squirrels, badgers, and various species of birds.

Coed Plas-y-nant offers visitors a range of activities and amenities to enjoy. There are several well-marked walking trails, catering to different fitness levels and interests. These trails offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby Snowdonia National Park. Additionally, the forest features picnic areas, providing visitors with an opportunity to relax and soak in the peaceful atmosphere.

The woodland is also steeped in history and folklore. It is said to have inspired several local legends, and the ruins of an ancient Roman fort can still be found within its boundaries.

Coed Plas-y-nant is easily accessible, with ample parking available for visitors. It offers a serene and tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, making it a perfect destination for those seeking solace in nature. Whether exploring the woodland's trails or simply enjoying a picnic amidst its beauty, Coed Plas-y-nant is a must-visit for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

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Coed Plas-y-nant Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.084163/-4.1693351 or Grid Reference SH5456. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Snowdon Ranger Path/Welsh Highland Railway Line

Near to the end of the Snowdon Ranger path, which takes you to the summit of Snowdon, the highest mountain in Wales. Here the path crosses the restored Welsh Highland Railway line, with Llyn Cwellyn in the distance.

Andrew Woodvine

Looking S from near the summit of Moel Eilio

The summits of Snowdon and Y Garn on the skyline.

SK53

Welsh Highland Railway train near Betws Garmon

Welsh Highland Railway Garratt locomotive No.K1 about to pass under the A4085 in Nant-y-Betws with a train from Caernarfon to Rhyd-Ddu, which was the terminus of the line at the time.

Bob Walters

A small part of Moel Eilio

I would have hoped to categorise this as "Summit view", but that would leave me open to the charge of blatant dishonesty. The good thing about geograph is being able to browse all these other images of what we ought to have been able to see on this November ascent in most of a gale and wind-driven rain. Snowdon, for example. I was lucky to be able to see my feet most of the time, with or without my glasses... The "view" is taken from just in the lee of the summit wind shelter, which was occupied by four people who had just beaten us to the top. Covid precautions would have kept us out anyway, but as they had sandwiches, it seemed unlikely that they would welcome the company of a manic Flat-coated Retriever (30 kg of hunger) and a totally bonkers Collie, so our pause here was very brief.

Andy Waddington

Dog stopper on Foel Gron

Thirty kilograms is a good weight for a flat-coated retriever (courtesy of my daughter, who had gone mountain biking elsewhere) if you don't want it to blow off the mountain in a gale, but is less convenient when there are umpteen stiles along the way and you are trying to stay one fence away from a big drop off into a deep cwm in poor visibility. The collie (our own) is less than half that weight and more likely to become airborne. The lack of view ahead and the path becoming increasingly vague once we were south of Moel Eilio also contributed to crossing more stiles like this one than were strictly necessary. I'd recommend this walk on a day when the reputed stunning views across to Snowdon are actually realisable and standing upright more readily achievable.

Andy Waddington

Maen ar Fynydd Mawr / A boulder on The Elephant

Ceri Thomas

Carnedd ar gopa Mynydd Mawr / Cairn on the summit of The Elephant

Snowdon is in the background.

Ceri Thomas

Looking towards Llyn Cwellyn...

...with Mynydd Mawr (elev. 698 m) (left) and Craig Cwmbychan (elev. 592 m) (right) in the background. The BGS interactive map tells us that they are part of the same unnamed igneous intrusion of microgranite (igneous bedrock formed between 485.4 and 443.8 million years ago during the Ordovician period).

Bill Harrison

Majestic view of Llyn Cwellyn from the Snowdon Ranger path

Note the ultramarathon runners to the left.

Bill Harrison

Foel Rudd and Llyn Cwellyn

Descending Mynydd Mawr above the excellent Craig y Bera cliffs, Foel Rudd is a small rise on the eastern spur of the mountain. Llyn Cwellyn and the Snowdon group beyond.

Vivien and Geoff Crowder